Shimano Catana FE C 3000X vs Daiwa 24 TDR QD 3012QDX

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Shimano Catana FE

Spinning

53.00 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.67 out of 10

Ergonomics6.13 out of 10

Gear ratio5.0:1

Maximum drag8.5kg / 18,74lbs

Weight260g / 9.17oz

Line retireve per crank73 centimeter / 28.74 inch

Ball bearings3+1

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €30.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel sizeC 3000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.25/210

Daiwa 24 TDR QD

Feeder And Match

84.60 out of 100

Value for money4.5 out of 5

Quality classExcellent

Durability5.5 out of 10

Ergonomics5.99 out of 10

Gear ratio4.8:1

Maximum drag12kg / 26.46lbs

Weight285g / 10.05oz

Line retireve per crank79 centimeter / 31.1 inch

Ball bearings8+1

Technical Specifications

BrandDAIWA
The main category of the reelFeeder and match
Price range~ €229.33
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size3012QD
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.28/150

Conclusion

Daiwa 24 TDR QD 3012QDX clearly outshines Shimano Catana FE C 3000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (12kg / 26,46lbs) and total score (8.46 out of 10). While Shimano Catana FE C 3000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Daiwa 24 TDR QD 3012QDX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.